Local Contract Senior - Pathology Assistant - $35-40 per hour

PRIDE Health is seeking a local contract Pathology Assistant Senior for a local contract job in 91016, Monrovia, California, United States, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Pathology Assistant Discipline : Allied Health Professional Duration : 24 weeks 24 hours per week Shift : 8 hours, evenings, nights Employment Type : Local Contract Pride Health is hiring a Pathology Assistant I to support our client’s medical facility based in Monrovia, CA 91016. This is a 6-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization! Job Title : Pathology Assistant I Location : Monrovia, CA 91016 Pay Range : $35-$40 per hour Schedule : Will train on 3rd shift (7 : 00 PM – 3 : 30 AM); once training is complete, will work on 2nd shift (2 : 30 PM – 11 : 30 PM) until the 3rd shift goes on FMLA, then transition back to 3rd shift. Duration : 6 Months (with potential for extension)

• Pay rate is based on years of experience and educational qualifications. About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Pathologists’ Assistant to join our dynamic laboratory team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the pathology department through the gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with laboratory standards. Key Responsibilities
• Perform complete dissection, gross description, and selection / submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines.
• Follow all laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) policies and procedures.
• Assist with rotations or tasks in other areas of the department after primary duties are completed.
• Maintain a professional and organized work environment at all times.
• Identify and report problems that may affect test performance or results, and work collaboratively to resolve them.
• Demonstrate high ethical standards and integrity in all duties.
• Apply knowledge of hazardous waste management, personal protection measures, and bloodborne pathogen safety.
• Assist with or perform frozen section cutting as needed (experience preferred). Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related science required.
• ASCP certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology) is highly preferred.
• No prior experience required if you have completed a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program.
• Experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory is preferred.
• Computer proficiency required; familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of quality control and quality assurance processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must pass a standardized color vision screen.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position (standing for extended periods, lifting specimens, etc.).
• Flexibility to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs. Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto ,home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Pathology Certification is required . Grossing experience is required . About PRIDE Health PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations. Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Benefits Weekly pay Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours 401k retirement plan Cancelation protection Referral bonus Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefitsaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a